The CB Consumer Confidence Index measures the overall confidence of U.S. consumers in the economic environment.
Releases at
15:00
Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 15:00
Consumer confidence is a key indicator of consumer spending, which drives a large portion of U.S. economic activity.
Central banks and investors watch this index to gauge the health of the economy and potential shifts in consumer behavior that could affect growth and inflation.
Changes in consumer confidence can influence market sentiment, impacting stocks, bonds, and the U.S. dollar as investors adjust expectations for economic performance.
Markets may rally on expectations of stronger consumer spending and economic growth.
Markets may decline due to concerns about weaker consumer demand and slower economic growth.
Markets typically show limited reaction as the data confirms existing economic outlooks.